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Makubwa House, hotel in Lamu

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a terrace, Makubwa House is situated in Lamu.

It was our first time in Lamu and Alejandra and Zion were great hosts, the communication was easy and they were very supportive. The house is beautiful and very authentic, it gives a very unique Lamu experience. It is located in the center of Lamu town, 2 minutes walk from the harbor. The breakfast was made by Zion and it was delicious. Zion was a great help during the two days we spent at the house.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
32 reviews
Ttunu House, hotel in Lamu

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Ttunu House provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi.

Space, Pool, design
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
7 reviews
Umma House, hotel in Lamu

Umma House has a terrace and is situated in Lamu, within just 400 metres of Lamu Museum and 500 metres of Lamu Fort. Guests staying at this villa have access to a balcony.

Good swahili breakfast. Farid was an exceptional help that made our stay seamless.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
28 reviews
Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House, hotel in Lamu

Situated in Lamu, Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House offers accommodation with a terrace and kitchen. There is a private entrance at the villa for the convenience of those who stay.

I love the energy of the house especially the pool and the roof top terasse It’s also more quieter then next to the ocean
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
51 reviews
Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa, hotel in Lamu

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a terrace, Milimani Villa-Fully airconditioned Villa is set in Shela.

A Each member of staff went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Balsam, the host was extremely helpful answering all of our questions promptly. Martin, the chef, cooked us amazing food that never disappointed. I highly recommend his services. Levis, Ali,Josiah and Carlos looked after us all discretely and kept the Villa sparkling. They were super friendly and responsive to our needs. The Villa is stunning, clean and had everything we needed. The air con and pool were very welcome also.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Perfect for families, groups or couples who enjoy luxury and independence while travelling. Enjoy the space and privacy of these fully-furnished, self-standing mansions — travellers can cook, lounge and explore at their leisure. Note that in Bali, a resort will also be called a villa.

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Villas that guests love in Lamu

  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 28 reviews
    Very clean and friendly staff, the villa is cozy and there’s many spaces to relax on. Everything worked well and the Umma house team catered to all our needs. It’s better to prepare because there is a lot of mosquitoes
    Ashley
    Group
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 28 reviews
    Beautiful house with private pool, spacious bedrooms and several terraces to hang out on. Great location in old Lamu, close to shops, museums and the sea with great boat rides to wonderful beaches Manda and Shela.
    Anna Josefsson
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 56 reviews
    The place in very nice and calm in a very central position in the village of Lamu. The room was big, cozy and clean. Great value for money!
    Arianna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £62.60
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 238 reviews
    Large and lovely private terrace with a beautiful view of the water. Clean and spacious room. Central Shela, it's easy to reach all you need in the village. Breakfast was fine and the staff were all very polite and friendly! Would recommend.
    Kendall
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £208.66
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 80 reviews
    Beautiful location in Shela village, stunning gardens around the hotel and a short walk to Shela Beach which goes on forever. The restaurant at Kijani is amazing, better than Peponi! Definitely have the Kijani Crab Curry!
    simon
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 215 reviews
    The location of Subira House could not be better if you wish to live in Lamu village. The staff as well as Christina were both helpful and friendly. I felt at home. Excellent value for money
    Johann
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £208.66
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 80 reviews
    breakfast was good, the view is excellent, it is located right by the beach. The rooms are standard and not luxury, veranda is excellent, sit and see sunset and sunrise. that is lovely pool is small but okay
    Nelly
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £104.33
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 286 reviews
    Delicious home made breakfast from the in house bakery, a great team to look after you and a lovely airy place with lots of calm spaces to escape the heya and hustle of the village. I 100% recommend Jua House, especially for solo travelers and those wishing to avoid the hassle of renting a house.
    C
    Cynara
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £417.31
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 57 reviews
    The serenity and beauty of the resort is what blew us away and made our stay extra special. So many cozy nooks in the villas to relax in, take a photo, put your feet up or read a book. The suite we stayed in was so cozy and had in our view the best view on the island. The Majlis staff are extremely polite and hardworking. We were impressed and enjoyed having conversations with them from time to time.
    Sanyu Annabelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £46.37
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 116 reviews
    This is a very nice guesthouse with friendly helpful staff. We had a room with shuttered windows on three sides and a balcony. Our view was across the water and in the street below we watched the boats coming and going, people at work with their donkeys, children swimming in the sea. Right next door is a great restaurant. Lamu is buzzing with life without mass tourism. A boat ride to Shela village takes you to a more conventional beachfront holiday. It is lovely there and the food and wine delightful.
    Carol
    Young couple